3 Hour Back-Road Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate By-Pass at 9:30 am
Overview
Custom safari vehicles with forward-facing bucket seats and large panoramic windows provide a comfortable way to view the Grand Canyon. This non-rushed excursion includes visits to notable locations like Yavapai Point and El Tovar Hotel.
- 🚙 Take the 4x4 scenic route around traffic lines at the south entrance gate, utilizing back-road Forest permits since 1993.
- 🦌 View elk, deer, and rare bird species in their natural environment during the tour.
- 📍 Visit dramatic sites including Lookout Studio Viewpoint, Kolb Studio, and Bright Angel Trailhead.
- 👟 This interpretive tour features 2 walking segments totaling about 90 minutes along the rim of the Grand Canyon (approximately ¾ of a mile).
- 🕘 Check-in is at 9:15 am with a departure time of 9:30 am from a central location in Tusayan, ARIZONA.
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- NON-U.S. RESIDENTS: Starting Jan 1, 2026, the U.S. Government has enacted additional fees for NON-U.S. RESIDENTS (16 & older) to enter the Grand Canyon National Park. Fee not included in price.
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Grand Canyon South RimVoted best and most unique 3 hour tour at Grand Canyon. Stroll along the rim while your local guide shares a wealth of information about the Grand Canyon including geological formations, trails, mules and the rich history. Tour includes Tusayan pick-up, south entrance gate detour during exclusive 30 minute back-road excursion, viewing of wildlife such as elk, deer, turkey and hawks in their natural surroundings and interpretive discussions at exceptional Grand Canyon vistas.
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Yavapai PointGuides share Grand Canyon knowledge while you look into the depths and view spectacular monuments, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.
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Bright Angel TrailDiscover the rich history of the Kolb brothers who built their art studio cantilevered over the Grand Canyon and above the Bright Angel Trail. See hikers and mules as they descend the trail into the Grand Canyon.
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Hopi HouseThe tour continues to Hopi House, El Tovar Hotel and Bright Angel Lodge where your guide will discuss these historic buildings and Grand Canyon history.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.